Maple-Glazed Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash
A sweet and savory breakfast hash with caramelized bacon, tender sweet potatoes, and a hint of maple, perfect for a weekend morning feast. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 30 minutes combines ounces, diced thick-cut bacon, small, diced onion, medium, diced red bell pepper into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces, diced thick-cut bacon
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 small, diced onion
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crisp; remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving 2 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet.
- Step 2: Add sweet potatoes to skillet with bacon fat, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to soften and brown at edges.
- Step 3: Add onion and bell pepper to skillet, stirring to combine; cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 4: Stir in maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and cooked bacon; cook for 2 minutes until syrup thickens and coats vegetables evenly.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then garnish with fresh chives before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Glazed Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Glazed Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
I've tried many breakfast recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
